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Special e-Auction by Spices Board for Lab tested Cardamom to commence on 22nd October 2022
Kochi: Sept 30, 2022
Spices Board proposes to start special e-auctions of Lab tested cardamom on pilot basis to facilitate a separate marketing channel for cardamom tested in lab for pesticides and artificial colours. The special e-auction aims to identify and facilitate sourcing of good quality cardamom for export market and better price realization driven by market forces. This drive is also expected to attract more farmers to adopt GAP/IPM/Organic production practices in cardamom.
The first special e-auction of cardamom will be conducted in the Board’s e-auction centre at Puttady, Idukki on 22nd October, 2022. Cardamom lots will be cleared to be placed in the special e-auction after testing the samples for artificial colours and pesticides, as prescribed by the Board.
As an incentive to the farmers whose lots are cleared for the special e-auction after testing, the Board proposes to meet 1/3rd of the testing charges. Four existing auctioneers who have shown their willingness to conduct the special e-auction will be given slots for the same. Terms and conditions for conducting the special e-auction has been circulated to the identified auctioneers and can be accessed from the Board’s website .
Stakeholders can take part in the special e-auctions either at the Board’s e-auction centre at Puttady, Kerala or at Bodinayakanur, Tamil Nadu through the Cloud based Live e-Auction facility.
The Board proposes to conduct the special e-auction once in a month preferably on the last Saturday of the month during the pilot stage.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM's Statement prior to attending the G-20 Summit
Following is the text of the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi's departure statement prior to attending the G-20 Summit.
“I will be visiting Buenos Aires from 29 November -01 December 2018 to attend the 13th G-20 Summit hosted by Argentina.
The G-20 seeks to promote multi-faceted cooperation among the twenty largest economies of the world. Through the ten years of its existence, G-20 has strived to promote stable and sustainable global growth. This objective is of particular significance for developing countries and emerging economies such as India, which is today the fastest growing large economy in the world.
India's contribution to global economic growth and prosperity underlines our commitment to “Building Consensus for Fair and Sustainable Development”, which is the theme of the Summit.
I look forward to meeting leaders from other G-20 countries to review the work of G-20 in the last ten years of its existence and chart the ways and means to meet the new and upcoming challenges of the coming decade. We will deliberate on the situation of global economy and trade, international financial and tax systems, the future of work, women empowerment, infrastructure and sustainable development.
Emerging economies, which played a major role in revitalizing the growth in the global economy pursuant to the financial crisis are today facing unprecedented economic and technological challenges. I will highlight the need for reformed multilateralism which reflects the contemporary realities and can effectively strengthen collective action for global good. There is also a serious need to strengthen international cooperation and enhance coordinated action against fugitive economic offenders and financing of terrorism.
As in the past, I look forward to the opportunity to meet leaders on the sidelines of the Summit to exchange views on bilateral matters of mutual interest”.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to launch historic torch relay for 44th Chess Olympiad on 19th June
India to host Chess Olympiad for the first time
Olympic style torch relay introduced for the first time in Chess Olympiad
All future torch relay of Chess Olympiad to start from India
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will launch the historic torch relay for the 44th Chess Olympiad on 19th June at 5 PM at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi. He will also address the gathering on the occasion.
This year, for the very first time, the International Chess Body, FIDE, has instituted the Chess Olympiad Torch that is part of Olympic tradition, but was never done in the Chess Olympiad. India will be the first-ever country to have the Chess Olympiad Torch Relay. Notably, taking the Indian roots of Chess to a greater height, this tradition of Torch Relay for the Chess Olympiad will henceforth always begin in India and travel across all continents before reaching the host country.
FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich will hand over the torch to Prime Minister, who in turn will hand it over to Grandmaster Vishwanathan Anand. This torch will then be taken to 75 cities in a span of 40 days before the final culmination at Mahabalipuram near Chennai. At every location, chess grandmasters of the state will receive the torch.
The 44th Chess Olympiad will be held in Chennai from July 28 to August 10, 2022. The prestigious competition, which has been organised since 1927, is being hosted in India for the first time and in Asia after 30 years. With 189 countries participating, this will be the largest participation in any Chess Olympiad.
Ministry of Defence
CURTAIN RAISER: VISIT OF H.E. MR SUH WOOK, MINISTER OF NATIONAL DEFENCE, REPUBLIC OF KOREA TO INDIA
As part of increasing bilateral defence cooperation between India and the Republic of Korea, Mr Suh Wook, the Hon'ble Minister of National Defence, Republic of Korea, will be visiting India from 25 to 27 March 2021. The Hon'ble Minister will interact with a number of senior Indian dignitaries over the course of his visit and discuss issues of strategic nature.
Mr Suh Wook will pay his respects at the National War Memorial on 26 March 2021, which will be followed by his inauguration of the Indo-Korean Bilateral Friendship Park in Delhi Cantonment. The Park commemorates the contribution of Indian peacekeepers during the Korean War and is a testament to the strong relations between the two countries. The Hon'ble Minister will be accorded a Tri Services Guard of Honour at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan followed by interaction with the Hon'ble Raksha Mantri.
The Hon'ble Minister will proceed to Agra on 27 March 2021 and witness the operational capabilities of the Parachute Brigade at Agra. The Hon'ble Minister will also visit and interact with personnel of 60 Para Field Hospital, which was actively involved in providing medical aid to United Nations and South Korean personnel during the Korean War. The actions of these Maroon Angels cemented Indo-Korean friendship further. The Hon'ble Minister is scheduled to return later in the evening.
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Ministry of Home Affairs
Agriculture is the foundation of the Indian economy and Modi government has been striving to strengthen it for the last six years
“Many unprecedented steps have been taken to double the income of farmers and for the development of the agriculture sector. I am confident that due to the untiring efforts of PM Narendra Modi, Indian agriculture will become world class in the times to come ”
"Agriculture Infrastructure Fund" will accelerate the creation of many infrastructure projects such as cold storage, collection centers, processing units so that our hardworking farmers can get the true value for their produce
"Agriculture Infrastructure Fund" will generate new employment opportunities and also strengthen the rural economy.
Union Home Minister expressed his gratitude to PM Modi for launching the ₹1,00,000 Cr ‘Agriculture Infrastructure Fund’ and transferring ₹17,000 Cr in the accounts of 8.5 Cr farmers under ‘PM-Kisan’ for the development of agriculture sector & rural areas
Union Home Minister expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for launching the ₹1,00,000 Cr ‘Agriculture Infrastructure Fund’ approved by the cabinet and for transferring ₹17,000 Cr to the accounts of 8.5 Cr farmers under ‘PM-Kisan’ for the development of agriculture sector & rural areas.
Shri Amit Shah in a series of tweets, said that “Agriculture Infrastructure Fund will accelerate the creation of many infrastructure projects such as cold storage, collection centers, processing units so that our hardworking farmers can get the true value for their produce. This will generate new employment opportunities and will also strengthen the rural economy”.
Union Home Minister further added that “agriculture is the foundation of the Indian economy and the Modi government has been striving to strengthen it for the last six years”. Shri Amit Shah emphasized that “many unprecedented steps have been taken for doubling the income of farmers and for the development of the agriculture sector”. The Union Home Minister added “I am confident that due to the untiring efforts of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, Indian agriculture will become world class in the times to come”.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage exceeds 195.67 Cr
Over 3.54 Cr 1st dose vaccines administered for age group 12-14 years
India's Active caseload currently stands at 58,215
12,213 new cases reported in the last 24 hours
Recovery Rate currently stands at 98.65%
Weekly Positivity Rate is presently at 2.38%
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 195.67 Cr  as per provisional reports till 7 am today. This has been achieved through 2,51,69,966 sessions.
COVID-19 vaccination for the age group 12-14 years was started on 16 March, 2022. So far, more than 3.54 Cr  adolescents have been administered with the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Similarly, the COVID-19 precaution dose administration for age group 18-59 years also started from 10th April, 2022 onwards.
The break-up of the cumulative figure as per the provisional report till 7 am today include:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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1,04,08,011
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2nd Dose
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1,00,53,063
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Precaution Dose
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54,65,562
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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1,84,21,202
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2nd Dose
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1,76,06,559
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Precaution Dose
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93,82,185
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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3,54,38,168
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2nd Dose
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2,02,44,208
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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5,99,76,091
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2nd Dose
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4,73,50,637
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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55,77,64,006
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2nd Dose
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49,63,96,335
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Precaution Dose
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17,23,321
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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20,33,64,414
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2nd Dose
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19,23,29,305
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Precaution Dose
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19,38,578
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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12,71,86,749
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2nd Dose
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12,00,51,879
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Precaution Dose
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2,16,36,741
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Precaution Dose
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4,01,46,387
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Total
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1,95,67,37,014
India’s Active Caseload currently stands at 58,215. Active cases now constitute 0.13% of the country's total Positive Cases.
Consequently, India’s recovery rate stands at 98.65%. 7,624 patients have recovered in the last 24 hours and the cumulative tally of recovered patients  is now at 4,26,74,712.
12,213 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
The last 24 hours saw a total of 5,19,419 COVID-19 tests being conducted. India has so far conducted over 85.63 Cr  cumulative tests.
Weekly Positivity Rate in the country currently stands at 2.38% and the Daily Positivity rate is reported to be 2.35%.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update - Day 249
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 82 crore landmark milestone
More than 68 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
In a landmark achievement, India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 82 Crore landmark milestone today. More than 68 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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1,03,69,776
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2nd Dose
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87,65,283
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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1,83,46,593
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2nd Dose
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1,46,12,935
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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33,43,93,211
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2nd Dose
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6,46,03,335
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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15,28,73,231
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2nd Dose
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7,07,25,092
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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9,78,87,532
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2nd Dose
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5,32,03,140
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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61,38,70,343
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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21,19,09,785
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Total
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82,57,80,128
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 21stSeptember, 2021 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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381
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2nd Dose
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13,925
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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548
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2nd Dose
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42,827
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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29,05,050
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2nd Dose
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18,47,563
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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7,50,469
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2nd Dose
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6,09,644
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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3,70,857
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2nd Dose
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2,84,868
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1st Dose Administered in Total
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40,27,305
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2nd Dose Administered in Total
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27,98,827
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Total
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68,26,132
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Defence
4th India-Mozambique Joint Defence Working Group meeting held in New Delhi
The 4th meeting of India-Mozambique Joint Defence Working Group was held in New Delhi on April 25, 2023. The meeting was co-chaired by Joint Secretary, Ministry of Defence Shri Amitabh Prasad and Permanent Secretary of Ministry of National Defence of Mozambique Mr Casimiro Augusto Mueio.
The two sides discussed wide ranging issues, including military training & courses, exercises, medicine and capacity building with a view to deepen defence engagements. The Indian side highlighted the country’s growing capabilities in the field of defence production and discussed ways to further bolster bilateral military ties. The Mozambican side also interacted with the representatives of defence industry separately.
Mozambique also expressed gratitude for India’s support in capability and mobility enhancement of their forces for countering security threats, including terrorism. The Indian side assured Mozambique of New Delhi’s continued support and commitment towards strong bilateral defence ties.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
MoS Rajeev Chandrasekhar to inaugurate G20-Digital Innovation Alliance  Summit in Bengaluru tomorrow
Digital Innovation Alliance Summit is being held on sidelines of Fourth meeting of DEWG under G20.
Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Electronics and IT, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar will inaugurate the G20-Digital Innovation Alliance Summit, being held in Bengaluru from tomorrow.
The two-day Summit, being held on the sidelines of the Fourth meeting of DEWG under G20, will be attended by global experts and digital leaders including representatives from other G20 countries. The Summit will have focused discussions on ‘Digital Public Infrastructure ', ‘Security in the Digital Economy', ‘Digital Skilling ' etc.
The Minister will also inaugurate an innovation exhibition, that has been put up by corporates and startups, on the sidelines of the Summit.
As part of India’s G20 Presidency, G20 Digital Innovation Alliance  initiative was launched under MeitY Startup Hub. It recognizes and accelerates the growth of startups from all G20 countries and nine invited guest countries in six sectors - Ed-tech, Health-tech, Agri-tech, Fin-tech, Secured Digital Infrastructure, and Circular Economy that are using digital technologies to solve humanity’s most pressing needs.
A total of 174 start-ups from 29 countries are part of the programme. These start-ups will pitch to a jury of global leaders at the G20-DIA Summit.
The Summit will culminate on August 18 with an awards ceremony in which 30 startups will be honoured in various categories.
Ministry of Coal
CPSEs get two Coking Coal Mines; to Boost Production by 10 MT Per Annum
The Ministry of Coal has allotted two Coking Coal mines, Rohne and Rabodih, to the Steel Central Public Sector Enterprises . Allocated under the Coal Mines  Act, 2015, these mines located in Jharkhand will add about more than 10 MT per annum and boost the coking coal production in the country. This is a significant step towards reducing the dependence of Steel Industry on imported coal.
The ‘Rohne’ Coal Mine has been allotted to National Mineral Development Corporation Limited for Sale of Coal and will also serve the purpose of captive use of coking coal to NMDC’s upcoming steel plant at Nagarnar.
The ‘Robodih OCP’ coal mine has been allotted to Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited for captive use of production of Iron & Steel.
These mines will, over their lifetime, generate about Rs. 7000/- crore revenue for State Government, besides royalties and other applicable taxes. Both NMDC and RINL would set up their Washeries for washing coal.
This allotment is in addition to 5 coal mines which have been allocated to successful bidders and 6 coal mines which have allotted to PSU’s. In all, the 13 mines will add more than 35 MT per annum coal to the domestic availability of coal. Apart from the royalties and applicable taxes, the mines are slated to generate about Rs.31000/- crore revenue over their lifetime for State Governments.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Export of Masks, Ventilators and textile raw material for masks and coveralls prohibited
The export of Ventilators, Surgical/Disposable Masks  and Textile raw material used for masks and coveralls has been prohibited with immediate effect. A Notification  issued by Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry says that amendments in this regard have been made in the Export Policy. All other items except surgical/disposable  masks allowed in the Notification No.48 dated 25.2.2020 shall remain free for exports.
Prime Minister's Office
PM’s message at India Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai
“Expo will go a long way in further building our deep and historical relations with UAE, and with Dubai”
“This expo is also testimony to the resilience of mankind against the once-in-a-century pandemic”
“India offers you maximum growth - growth in scale, growth in ambition, growth in results. Come to India and be a part of our growth story”
“Our economic growth is powered by a combination of legacy industries and start-ups”
“Over the last seven years, the Government of India has undertaken several reforms to boost economic growth. We will keep doing more to continue this trend”
In a message to the India Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi called the expo historic and said “It is the first one to be held in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region. I am sure, the Expo will go a long way in further building our deep and historical relations with UAE, and with Dubai.”
The Prime Minister greeted His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Al Nahyan, President of UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Prime Minister and Vice President of UAE and the Ruler of Dubai. The Prime Minister also expressed best wishes to, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi by saying “he has been instrumental in the progress we have achieved in our strategic partnership. I look forward to continuing our work for the progress and prosperity of both our countries.”
The Prime Minister remarked that the main theme of Expo 2020 is: ‘Connecting Minds, Creating the Future’. “The spirit of this theme is also seen in India's efforts as we move ahead to create a New India. This expo is also testimony to the resilience of mankind against the once in a century pandemic,” said the Prime Minister.
Referring to the theme of India's pavilion ‘Openness, Opportunity and Growth’, the Prime Minister stressed that today’s India is one of the most open countries in the world, open to learning, open to perspectives, open to innovation, open to investment. “India also offers you maximum growth. Growth in scale, growth in ambition, growth in results. Come to India and be a part of our growth story,” said the Prime Minister inviting the investors.
Talking about the vibrancy and diversity of India, the Prime Minister said that India is a powerhouse of talent and remarked that India is making many advances in the world of technology, research and innovation. “Our economic growth is powered by a combination of legacy industries and start-ups. India's pavilion will showcase the best of India across these multiple areas,”he said.
“Over the last seven years, the Government of India has undertaken several reforms to boost economic growth. “We will keep doing more to continue this trend,” he added.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Import of LNG from UAE
Various steps have been taken by the Government to raise the share of natural gas in energy mix to 15% in 2030 from about 6% currently. These include expansion of National Gas Grid Pipeline, expansion of City Gas Distribution  network, setting up of Liquefied Natural Gas  Terminals, allocation of domestic gas to Compressed Natural Gas  / Piped Natural Gas  CNG/PNG in no cut category, allowing marketing and pricing freedom to gas produced from high pressure/high temperature areas, deep water & ultra-deep water and from coal seams, Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation  initiatives to promote Bio-CNG, etc.
On 10th July 2023, Indian Oil has signed Heads of Agreement  with Total Energies Gas and Power Ltd  for supply of upto 0.8 MMTPA for a period of 10 years starting from 2026. This contract is for delivery of LNG from portfolio of Total Energies.
On 13th July 2023, Indian Oil Corporation Limited  has signed Heads of Agreement  with Abu Dhabi Gas Liquefaction Company Limited , UAE for supply of upto 1.2 Million Metric Tonne Per Annum  for a period of 14 years starting from 2026.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Shri Rameswar Teli, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.